Ian McKay
Mattawan
Summary
Dedicated hard worker willing to do whatever necessary to make consumers and superiors happy. Current construction engineering major at Western michigan university looking to graduate in 2028, doing service jobs for clients such as mowing, power washing, deck staining, window washing, and more in the summers between semesters. Became a business owner of E's Power washing LLC in 2024, doing multiple services per week in the warmer months, managing costs, maintaining equipment, and satisfying customers. Strength in reading blueprints and engineering drawings, math, and surveying needed to properly carry out tasks in the field, all gained through classes passed in engineering courses.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Washer
Ian McKay
Mattawan, MI
06.2024 - Current
Started a power washing/deck staining business working with about 3-4 clients per week between April - July each summer.
- Cleaned windows, gutters, roofs, driveways, siding and other surfaces by power washing or pressure washing.
- Established a strong reputation for reliability and efficiency, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied clients.
Fishing Sales Associate
Sportsmans Warehouse
Kalamazoo, MI
11.2024 - Current
- Assist customers with information/equipment needed to catch fish based on their desired lake and fish.
- Install line on fishing reels brought in by customers wanting a quick process done by an experienced fisherman.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and organizing merchandise displays.
Landscaper
Powers Property Management
Portage, MI
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained properties by regularly mowing brush landscape, residential neighborhoods, and commercial buildings.
- Keep equipment up to standard by sharpening mower blades, power washing dirty tools, and general maintenance.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, silt-fencing, and general clean-up.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Construction Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05-2028
High School Diploma -
Mattawan High School
Mattawan, MI05-2023
Skills
- Surveying
- Engineering drawings
- Heavy lifting
- Mathematics
- Flexible schedule
- Critical thinking
- Attentive listening
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Fishing Sales Associate
Sportsmans Warehouse
11.2024 - Current
Power Washer
Ian McKay
06.2024 - Current
Landscaper
Powers Property Management
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Construction Engineering
Western Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Mattawan High School